JDS Uniphase SWS16103

The JDS Uniphase SWS16103 is a dual-band optical switch that routes signals across C-band and L-band wavelengths. It features two inputs and one output, serving as a critical component in passive optical component characterization systems. The switch integrates into JDSU/JDS Uniphase SWS series platforms and OWB10002 Mainframe architectures, enabling wavelength-dependent measurements of optical devices including couplers, splitters, isolators, WDM/DWDM components, attenuators, switches, and fiber Bragg gratings. When deployed within the broader SWS system, the SWS16103 operates across 1420–1630 nm with absolute wavelength accuracy of ±0.002 nm and achieves sweep speeds to 20 nm/s. The module exhibits ±0.003 dB repeatability and complies with FDA Class I laser requirements per CFR 21 1040.10 for invisible laser radiation.

## Technical Specifications

• **Optical Switch Type:** Dual-band (C-band and L-band)
• **Input Ports:** 2
• **Output Ports:** 1
• **Wavelength Range (System):** 1420–1630 nm
• **Wavelength Accuracy (System):** ±0.002 nm
• **Sweep Speed (System):** 20 nm/s
• **Repeatability (System):** ±0.003 dB
• **Laser Compliance:** FDA Class I, CFR 21 1040.10, invisible radiation

## Key Features

• Dual-band operation spanning C-band and L-band regions
• Single-output configuration for simplified signal routing
• Designed for integration with SWS1700, SWS2000, SWS15100, and SWS16100 series systems
• Compatible with OWB10002 Optical WorkBench mainframe
• Used units available; cosmetic condition varies

## Typical Applications

• Wavelength-dependent characterization of passive optical components
• Signal routing in environmental measurement systems (EMS) and optical component environmental test systems (OCETS)
• Measurement of WDM and DWDM device performance
• Fiber Bragg grating analysis
• Coupler, splitter, isolator, and attenuator testing

## Compatibility & Integration

The SWS16103 integrates with SWS15106 Control Modules, SWS15107 Detector Modules, and SWS15101 Tunable Laser Sources to form complete measurement systems. Power supply and cables are not included and must be sourced separately. Units are typically deployed as components within larger OWB10002 configurations containing multiple switches and detector modules.